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Papain
Digestion · Inflammation · Wound debridement
Tier 3 — Trending
What it is
A proteolytic enzyme from papaya that breaks down proteins. Used for wound debridement and as a digestive aid. Evidence for reducing post-surgical swelling when combined with bromelain. Can cause allergic reactions via latex cross-reactivity. Take between meals for anti-inflammatory effects or with meals for digestion.
Efficacy
2/5
Safety
3/5
Research
2/5
Onset
3/5
Cost
3/5
Drug-int.
4/5
Dose
500–1,000 mg/day; between meals for inflammation, with meals for digestion; avoid with latex allergy
Time of day & tips
For digestion, take with meals. For anti-inflammatory effects, take between meals on an empty stomach. Avoid if you have a latex allergy.
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